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This favorite local candy features the nutty flavor of sesame seeds, called "benny" with a hint of orange.
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What You Need:
(To Make: about 1 pound)
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1½ cups benny (sesame) seeds OR 1 cup benny & ½ cup peanuts
2 cups sugar
1 cup water
1 teaspoon orange peel, grated
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1. Place benny seeds (and peanuts, if using) in a dry deep frying pan over medium heat, shaking and stirring constantly, until evenly browned.
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2. Combine sugar and water in a saucepan, adding water gradually as mixture comes to a boil.
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3. Add parched benny (and peanuts), stirring constantly with a wooden spoon to keep from burning.
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4. Simmer until mixture coats the spoon and is golden brown.
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5. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls onto a greased cooling pan or marble slab.
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6. Allow to set until cool and firm.
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